Columbia University in the City of New York
Master's of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Concentration - Robotics and Control
University of Mumbai
Bachelor's of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
This role focused on process validation, quality control, and automation support for high-speed production lines, driving improved OEE, FPY, and cost reduction.
Process Implementation: Led development and improvement of manufacturing processes for new lines, ensuring robust operation via IQ/OQ/PQ process validation.
Throughput: Delivered 200+ minutes/week downtime reduction and a 12% FPY gain by conducting FMEA, CAPA, and TMV studies with FlexSim simulations.
Automation Troubleshooting: Provided critical engineering support to troubleshoot and resolve PLC-based issues, successfully reducing machine stoppages by 10% and improving cycle stability.
Tooling: Designed and approved specialized tooling and automation fixtures, optimizing cell layouts in AutoCAD to improve takt time and operator ergonomics.
Root Cause Analysis: Applied 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Whys to continuously analyze process flows, cutting scrap, and improving OEE by 5%.
Quality Assurance: Strengthened quality control using DOE, APQP, and Gage R&R studies to improve process capability (Cp/Cpk).
Supplier Management: Collaborated with suppliers to accelerate the PPAP/FAI approval cycle by 25%, ensuring prompt component procurement and quality compliance.
Focused on reliability engineering and continuous improvement for high-power electric locomotives, combining predictive maintenance with shop-floor standardization.
Flow Analysis: Applied continuous analysis techniques (Gemba walks) to manufacturing process flows, significantly boosting shop-floor productivity and cutting operator travel distance by 18%.
Fixture Design: Improved the efficiency of the bogie press by 22% through fixture redesign, simultaneously reducing setup time and enhancing safety.
Procedure Development: Standardized assembly procedures and preventive maintenance SOPs, delivering necessary technical training to staff and contributing to a higher first-pass yield.
Troubleshooting: Worked with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot technical issues and implement corrective actions, enhancing overall process efficiency and reliability.
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